Directing
Zachary Cutter
Born 2007-05-03 · Addis Abeba, Etiopia
Zachary Cutter is a filmmaker, writer, actor, and producer currently studying film at New York University. His work centers on character-driven stories and human relationships, exploring themes of identity, isolation, memory, and emotional vulnerability. Since arriving at NYU, he has directed three short films: two intimate relationship-focused narratives and one surrealist piece inspired by personal experiences. His previous work includes The Screen, recipient of a Silver Medal from the Alliance for Young Artists & Writers; One Day, which screened at the Patrick Lives On Film Festival; and After the Curtain Falls, which screened at the 2026 New York Shorts International Film Festival. In addition to his narrative work, he directed two documentaries addressing racial issues within his high school community; both films were later shown to the school board to help encourage structural change within the district. Zach has continued his documentary pursuits with his social media series, One Question, blending personal interviews with archival footage. His latest short film, Wingmen, is set for release in September 2026.
Acting credits
NRA young and naive rat named Jeff Mousetrap moves to New York City in hopes of starting a new life.
Mousetrap
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6.0A surrealist film detailing my interpretation of the harms of technology and the looming impact it will have on our minds.
The Screen
2025
NRA simple phone call between two friends.
We're Close
2026
NRAfter joining a school theatre production to cope with a shaky home life, Cole is forced to deal with his trauma directly after a tragic event blurs the lines between art and reality.
After the Curtain Falls
2026
NRA film that offers a harsh look at love, drawing on personal experiences and those of friends.
The Unseen Light
2025
NRWhen Phethan and Zander venture to find new love (Zander) and reunite with their love (Phethan), their colliding paths lead them on a journey they never expected.
Wingmen
2026
Behind the camera
6.0A surrealist film detailing my interpretation of the harms of technology and the looming impact it will have on our minds.
The Screen
2025
6.0A surrealist film detailing my interpretation of the harms of technology and the looming impact it will have on our minds.
The Screen
2025
6.0A surrealist film detailing my interpretation of the harms of technology and the looming impact it will have on our minds.
The Screen
2025
NRThe day in the life of an overthinker as he battles his internal struggles and his external consequences.
One Day
2025
NRThe day in the life of an overthinker as he battles his internal struggles and his external consequences.
One Day
2025
NRThe day in the life of an overthinker as he battles his internal struggles and his external consequences.
One Day
2025
6.0At a crossroads, a girl decides whether to remain in the past or focus on the future
The Echos
2025
6.0At a crossroads, a girl decides whether to remain in the past or focus on the future
The Echos
2025
6.0At a crossroads, a girl decides whether to remain in the past or focus on the future
The Echos
2025
NRA simple phone call between two friends.
We're Close
2026
NRA simple phone call between two friends.
We're Close
2026
NRAfter joining a school theatre production to cope with a shaky home life, Cole is forced to deal with his trauma directly after a tragic event blurs the lines between art and reality.
After the Curtain Falls
2026
NRAfter joining a school theatre production to cope with a shaky home life, Cole is forced to deal with his trauma directly after a tragic event blurs the lines between art and reality.
After the Curtain Falls
2026
NRAfter joining a school theatre production to cope with a shaky home life, Cole is forced to deal with his trauma directly after a tragic event blurs the lines between art and reality.
After the Curtain Falls
2026
NRA film that offers a harsh look at love, drawing on personal experiences and those of friends.
The Unseen Light
2025
NRA film that offers a harsh look at love, drawing on personal experiences and those of friends.
The Unseen Light
2025
NRA film that offers a harsh look at love, drawing on personal experiences and those of friends.
The Unseen Light
2025
NRWhen Phethan and Zander venture to find new love (Zander) and reunite with their love (Phethan), their colliding paths lead them on a journey they never expected.
Wingmen
2026
NRWhen Phethan and Zander venture to find new love (Zander) and reunite with their love (Phethan), their colliding paths lead them on a journey they never expected.
Wingmen
2026
NRWhen Phethan and Zander venture to find new love (Zander) and reunite with their love (Phethan), their colliding paths lead them on a journey they never expected.
Wingmen
2026